Painting outdoors can be lovely and wonderful but that's not always possible when the weather gets cooler. Fortunately for us, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill has beautiful indoor conservatories with an array of plants to enjoy year-round! Walk together through the Orangery and sit with a watercolor journal, water brushes, and watercolor paints to create your own depiction of the amazing flora NEBG has to share.
Learn the basics of watercolor painting by experimenting with different brushes and water amounts. Discover how watercolors mix with materials like salt and ink, and see how these techniques affect your artwork. Create your own piece in the subtropical conservatory while exploring how watercolors behave and how to control their flow.
April 2 - Foliage:
Explore color mixing techniques to create lush, vivid greens and master brush strokes for capturing the unique textures and shapes of foliage in this hands-on class.
April 9 - Citrus:
Dive into glazing techniques to mix vibrant colors, creating depth and dimension in your watercolour citrus pieces. Learn how to make your fruits pop with realistic detail.
April 16 - Succulents & Cacti:
Develop your skills with unique brush techniques to portray the distinct shapes of succulents and cacti, while adding intricate details using mixed media pen and ink.
April 30 - Building a Scene:
Master simple composition techniques to capture the beauty, colors, and light of the Orangerie, creating a harmonious watercolour scene with careful attention to scale and detail.
Meet Your Instructor: Linda Snay
Linda Snay was born in Connecticut and has always been drawn to the world of art. She discovered watercolors at a young age and was encouraged by art teachers. She studied art in college and went on to graduate from Eastern Connecticut State University with a BA, double major in Studio Art and Art History. After moving to Massachusetts, her career led to positions in education in museums and art centers, and she is currently a teaching artist leading engaging art classes for both children and adults. She works in various media, including watercolor, acrylic, oil, and pastel. She is a member of Arts Worcester and participates regularly in exhibitions in Central Massachusetts.
$55 Member Adult | $66 Adult (includes admission to the Garden on the same day of the event)
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Construction Update: The Winter Garden is currently under renovation to improve accessibility and will remain closed until Spring 2025. All other gardens remain open.